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Who mentored Chandragupta Maurya?
Who mentored Chandragupta Maurya?
- Chanakya (correct)
- Megasthenes
- Ashoka
- Kautilya
Which dynasty ruled Magadha during Alexander's invasion?
Which dynasty ruled Magadha during Alexander's invasion?
- Nanda (correct)
- Gupta
- Maurya
- Mughal
What was the main source of income for the Mauryan Empire?
What was the main source of income for the Mauryan Empire?
- Land tax (correct)
- Tribute from provinces
- Mining
- Trade tariffs
What term describes the policy of world conquest in ancient Indian history?
What term describes the policy of world conquest in ancient Indian history?
Which notable historical figure succeeded Chandragupta Maurya?
Which notable historical figure succeeded Chandragupta Maurya?
Flashcards
Chandragupta Maurya's mentor
Chandragupta Maurya's mentor
Chanakya guided Chandragupta Maurya.
Magadha dynasty before Alexander
Magadha dynasty before Alexander
The Nanda dynasty ruled Magadha before Alexander's arrival.
Chandragupta's successor
Chandragupta's successor
Ashoka succeeded Chandragupta Maurya.
Digvijaya
Digvijaya
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Mauryan revenue
Mauryan revenue
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Mahabhashya author
Mahabhashya author
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Ashoka's Kalinga invasion year
Ashoka's Kalinga invasion year
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Sanchi Stupa enlarger
Sanchi Stupa enlarger
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Ashoka's diplomacy
Ashoka's diplomacy
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Chanakya
Chanakya
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Brahmi script
Brahmi script
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Dhana Nanda vs. Chandragupta
Dhana Nanda vs. Chandragupta
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Ashoka's title
Ashoka's title
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Ashoka's Edict Language
Ashoka's Edict Language
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Ashoka's policy post-Kalinga
Ashoka's policy post-Kalinga
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Ashoka's inscription use
Ashoka's inscription use
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Study Notes
Mauryan Empire
- Chandragupta Maurya's mentor was Megasthenes.
- The Nanda dynasty ruled Magadha before Alexander attacked.
- Chandragupta Maurya was succeeded by Bindusara.
- Ashoka's policy was called Dhammavijaya.
- Land tax was an important income source for the Mauryans.
- The Mahabhashya was written by Patanjali.
- Ashoka invaded Kalinga in 261 BCE.
- Sanchi Stupa was enlarged by Ashoka.
- Bindusara had diplomatic relations with Egypt and Syria.
- The first empire of India was founded by Chandragupta Maurya.
- Inscriptions on rock pillars were written in Brahmi.
- The replica of Sarnath's capital is the National Emblem.
- Officers called Dhamma Mahamattas spread the Dhamma message.
- Dhana Nanda did not defeat Chandragupta Maurya to establish the Nanda dynasty. (False)
- Ashoka did not assume the title of Devanamdasi. (False)
- Ashoka's edicts were written in Prakrit, not Sanskrit. (False)
- Ashoka followed a path of Dhamma after defeating Kalinga. (True)
- Ashoka used inscriptions to give orders to his officials. (True)
Additional Information
- Chandragupta Maurya had Chanakya as his chief advisor.
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Test your knowledge about the Mauryan Empire, its important rulers, and their contributions to Indian history. This quiz covers key facts about Chandragupta Maurya, Ashoka the Great, and significant events during their reigns. Explore topics like imperial policies, taxation, and cultural achievements.
